Festival of Trees

The mission of the Festival of Trees is to create a holiday tradition to be shared by the entire community for the purpose of generating significant funds, which will benefit Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services

November 24-29, 2015at Stoney Creek Inn, Rothschild

All proceeds benefit this community hospice and palliative care program that provides comfort and end-of-life care to residents of north central Wisconsin. Specifically, funds raised at the Festival of Trees are used to:

Support two community-funded bedrooms at Aspirus Hospice House for patients with identified financial need, to help cover room and board costs.

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Daily Hours & Entertainment

During daily public hours guests are invited to tour the trees, enjoy a complimentary cookie and beverage provided by Rib Mountain Quality Foods IGA and Mid-Wisconsin Beverage, and enjoy entertainment by local musicians. Also during this time:

Tour Santa’s Workshop filled with wood crafted toys and furniture.

Bid on a tree or special item for your home, business or as a gift.

Visit with Mr. & Mrs. Claus.

Purchase raffle tickets for a chance to win extraordinary items and support hospice at the same time.

Tickets

Tickets available at the door.

Ages 13 & Over: $5

Ages 12 & Under: $3

Senior Stroll (Wed., Nov. 26, 9 am-Noon): $4

Daily Hours

Wednesday, Nov. 26: Noon-5 pm (Senior Stroll 9 am-Noon)

Thursday, Nov. 27: 1–5 pm

Friday, Nov. 28: 9 am-5 pm

Saturday, Nov. 29: Noon-5 pm

Sunday, Nov. 30: Noon-3 pm

The entertainment schedule and the schedule for Santa and Mrs. Claus will be updated when details become available.

Special Events

Butterfly Luncheon

Date/time: Thursday, November 20, 2014, 11 am-1:30 pm
Wausau Country Club
$40 per person or $320 for a table of 8
Tickets are available individually or by the table, and can be purchased online by visiting the "Buy Tickets" tab above.
Reservations required through the Aspirus Health Foundation at 715-847-2470.

The Butterfly Luncheon is an early kick-off to the Festival of Trees, featuring a wonderful selection of raffle items.

Opening Night Gala

Date/time: Tuesday, November 25, 2014, 6-9 pm
Stoney Creek Inn, Rothschild
$50 per person
Tickets are required and are available online by visiting the "Buy Tickets" tab above or by calling the Aspirus Health Foundation at 715-847-2470.

Senior Stroll

Date/time: Wednesday, November 26, 2014, 9 am-Noon
Stoney Creek Inn, Rothschild
$4 per person
Tickets available at the door. For large group pre-purchase, please call the Aspirus Health Foundation at 715-847-2470.

A time for seniors to have a special glimpse of the trees.

Teddy Bear Breakfast

Dates/times: Saturday, November 29, 9-10:30 am; Sunday, November 30, 10-11:30 am
Stoney Creek Inn, Rothschild
Ages 12 & Under - $10 (there is a $2 charge for children under the age of 2 to ensure adequate seating space for all attendees).Ages 13 & Over - $13
Tickets available in advance online by visiting the "Buy Tickets" tab above or by calling the Aspirus Health Foundation at 715-847-2470. Reservations are required.

A magical event for children and their favorite teddy bear. Visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus and the dancers from the Nutcracker, mingle with clowns and participate in the craft area. Activities geared toward children ages 2-10 years. Bring your own huggable friend along to make the day extra special.

Support the Festival

There are many ways to support the Festival of Trees. As a guest, bid on one of the dazzling holiday items on display, take your chances with the Festival raffle, or pick up a gift from our expanded retail section. In addition, there are several sponsorship opportunities available, or you can make an online donation to the Festival by visiting the Aspirus Health Foundation web page.

An opportunity to donate an item to Festival of Trees to be auctioned or raffled (i.e. wreath, centerpiece, studio tree, outdoor decorations, furniture, services, jewelry, clothing, or any other holiday or non-holiday item).

As a sponsor, you will receive:

Recognition in the Festival program

Recognition on signage displayed with the item

Decorators

The Festival of Trees is a great way to kick off the holiday season, and the event is made possible thanks to the festival decorators that create the wonderful displays at each year's event.